Keep in mind that we’re talking about updates to phones which have been bought unlocked and sans carrier branding. Who knows when those devices that have been customized for various operators would get their updates. Actually, said operators probably know – after all, all the delays in updating branded phones are their fault.

Anyway, back to the point. Unlocked, unbranded, SIM-free bought HTC Desire HD and Incredible S smartphones will start receiving Gingerbread update notifications on May 16 in the UK. The rollout may take a few days, or even more, but as of now HTC is sure that May 16 will be the date when it all starts.